[MineralGreyMetallic]

Not sure if this will be helpful to others trying to decide

IS1500
for STREET USER
A brake pad that produces less dust compared to factory OEM.

• Users who are unsatisfied with OEM brake dust.
• Far less brake dust compared to stock factory OEM brake pads.
• Far less brake squeal compared to stock factory pads.
• Roughly 10-20% more effective under typical city driving conditions.
• The enhanced initial bite and braking control compared to factory OEM pads.
• Tested in extreme winter conditions with effective, stable results.

IS2000
for STREET / SPORTS USER
Raises the level of performance compared to factory OEM.

• Far more effective performance compared to stock OEM brake pads.
• Versatile brake pad for aggressive streets and winding roads.
• Quick reaction to brake pedal input and excellent control of applied force.
• Controlled linear characteristics and stable operation with no sudden or abrupt bite.

[LAGWAGN]

Where is everyone buying these from?

[Ronin76]

Originally Posted by LGWGN

Where is everyone buying these from?

https://autotecknic.com/products/isw...45077485781238

[Jaguar]

You can email European Auto Source to get them and they can install as well

[BroDoze]

Originally Posted by MineralGreyMetallic

Can't decide between 1500 and 2000!

Me neither! I need that bite!

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by MineralGreyMetallic

Can't decide between 1500 and 2000!

Hard to find definitive information, but seems like 1500s are street optimized. The 2000s should have a more track focus, which may mean don’t bite as much until warmed up but can withstand harder use before overheating.

[Kevin_The_Clean1]

Originally Posted by LGWGN

Where is everyone buying these from?

https://www.rgsportshop.com/

[tewai]

Any comparason with Endless MX72? I was about to go with those as soon as I get my car but I see everyone is going with something else
I had really good experience with endless being CC metal.

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by Ronin76

https://autotecknic.com/products/isw...45077485781238

Just ordered from them. RGSports did not have rears in stock and EAS is by special order.

[Ronin76]

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

Just ordered from them. RGSports did not have rears in stock and EAS is by special order.

Curious, did you also include the break wear sensor as well or no? I would think one would not have to but I am not 100% sure.

[Carefree]

Originally Posted by Ronin76

Curious, did you also include the break wear sensor as well or no? I would think one would not have to but I am not 100% sure.

Many say it’s not needed. I included them.

I figured a few more bucks was just a pittance in the context of total $$ spent thus far.

YMMV

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by Ronin76

Curious, did you also include the break wear sensor as well or no? I would think one would not have to but I am not 100% sure.

No, only 3k+ miles on my car, so should be reusable.

[MineralGreyMetallic]

Just bought the 1500s and the M brake clips in prep for incoming wheels.

[GregW / Oregon]

This video suggests EBC Red pads for low dust: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=rcr6YaQ88Oc

[JABCAT]

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

This video suggests EBC Red pads for low dust: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=rcr6YaQ88Oc

I like when he says at 1:50 that EBC Reds "aren't the best for stopping power"

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by JABCAT

I like when he says at 1:50 that EBC Reds "aren't the best for stopping power"

I think he was saying for track use. BTW, iSweep has a track compound as well.

[Tag]

If you want the least amount of dust, brake squeal and longest pad wear, get the 1500.

The coefficient of friction compared the rotor temperature



Radar Chart

[MineralGreyMetallic]

This addresses the concern of OEM vs 1500, at least.

The 1500, for Street and Winding Road use, is better than the OEM in all dimensions.

[chris719]

Originally Posted by MineralGreyMetallic

This addresses the concern of OEM vs 1500, at least.

The 1500, for Street and Winding Road use, is better than the OEM in all dimensions.

I doubt it. There is no such thing as zero tradeoffs. It's probably better for most uses, no disagreement there. It's "data" from the manufacturer of the aftermarket pad plus no test procedure or indication of what OEM pad they tested against. This shows IS2000 dusts more than OEM which is not true at all for a BMW.

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by Ronin76

https://autotecknic.com/products/isw...45077485781238

Received my order today, but they forgot to send the rears! First time with this company and not off to a good start.

[Ronin76]

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

Received my order today, but they forgot to send the rears! First time with this company and not off to a good start.

Ugh, sorry to hear that.

[MineralGreyMetallic]

Received my order yesterday from Autotecknic. The box certainly feels like all the pads are in there, but I guess I better make sure.